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Total questions: 92
Worksheet time: 55mins
Which type of employment hires at specific times of the year or for a specific project?
seasonal or temporary employment
contract employment
full-time employment
part-time employment
Which of the following is a valuable starting point, but should NOT be used as your sole resource for job searching?
newspaper advertisements
networking
career fairs
the internet
Which of the following accurately defines networking?
the process of finding or becoming aware of job opportunities which are not advertised or publicized
the act of summarizing skills and abilities in order to display how you are qualified for a position
the process of building and utilizing beneficial, professional relationships
the act of promoting and selling yourself to potential employers
Generally speaking, it is wise to apply for which job opportunities?
only jobs you feel confident you will be offered
all job opportunities regardless of details
any job opportunity for which you know someone at the business
any job you feel you qualify for and would enjoy
Which type of employment is defined as employment which can be terminated by the employer or employee at any time with or without reason?
full-time employment
at-will employment
contract employment
temporary employment
When considering employment, which of the following is the first thing you should think about?
if you will like your boss
the type of job you want
if you will have vacation time
who your co-workers will be
covenant/contract employment is where legal/hypothetical contract outlines the terms of employment
(a)
Having personal contacts at a job gives an applicant little to no advantages and will NOT cause them to stand out. true/false
(a)
It is estimated what percentage of jobs are filled through networking?
55 percent
85 percent
40 percent
70 percent
If a job description sounds interesting, but you would like to know more, what does the presentation suggest?
apply and asks lots of questions at the job interview
attach a list of questions to your job application
use the internet to learn more or visit the business
schedule an informative interview to ask questions before applying
Employment early in life can expose individuals to __________.
all of the choices are correct
new people
new environment
new experiences
Job opportunities which are NOT publicized or advertised are known as which of the following?
the hidden job market
the invisible job market
the secret job market
the unknown job market
Most jobs are considered at-will employment, particularly entry-level jobs. true/false
(a)
Reviewing job opportunity advertisements in the newspaper, on the radio or at the place of business may take more effort than some other methods, but which of the following is their advantage?
more flexibility
higher pay
less competition
fewer qualifications
Websites such as monster.com and careerbuilder.com allow individuals to do which of the following?
apply for jobs
all of the choices are correct
search job postings
compare openings at multiple companies
Which of the following best describes a career fair?
event in which businesses gather to negotiate trade practices
event in which employers potential employees meet and network
event in which counselors and advisors offer career advice to job seekers
event in which job candidates compete in games and challenges to win jobs
Select all of the following opportunities career fairs provide
a chance to meet recruiters in person
little competition
to gain valuable profession contacts
to learn about hiring companies
Which of the following types of employment gives students an opportunity to explore a career field and build their résumés while they attend school?
unemployment
full-time jobs
part-time jobs
contract employment
Part-time employment involves how many hours of work each week?
less than 30 hours
between 35 and 30
between 40 and 35
more than 40 hours
Networking is a process of building and utilizing beneficial, professional relationships. true/false
(a)
Select all of the following jobs which require or recommend professional certification and licensing
fast food employee
janitor
plumbing
real estate
Sally attends a higher learning institution which is preparing her for a licensing exam and will award her a diploma when she completes the program. Which type of institution is she likely attending?
college
university
vocation, trade or technical school
community or junior college
Which of the following is the main difference between professional certification and professional licensure?
certification is not nationally recognized, but licensure is
certification is temporary, but licensure is permanent
certification is voluntary, but licensure is required by law
there is no difference, certification and licensure are the same thing
Gary attends a higher learning institution. He was admitted without submitting an application because he has a high school diploma, although he was required to take a standardized test to be placed in appropriate classes. Which type of institution does he most likely attend?
college
vocational, trade or technical school
university
community or junior college
Standard Test Scores can __________ a student’s intelligence and ability to systematically demonstrate knowledge.
decrease
increase
indicate
conceal
Advanced placement courses include how many subject areas?
28
12
34
18
Deon participated in a program during high school in which he was taught college-level curriculum. After two years of participation, his performance was deemed satisfactory, and he was awarded a diploma which is recognized by universities around the world and is worth college credit. In which of the following programs was he likely participating?
summer courses
international baccalaureate diploma programme
advances placement program
dual enrollment program
Which of the following is an accurate description of the term “GPA”?
grad point average is based on a student's ability to be open-minded and accommodating
grade point average depends on the average grade earned by a student, converted to a ten-point scale
grad point average is public and available for anyone to review
grade point average is the average grade earned by a student, converted to a four-point scale
Community and junior colleges may require standardized tests to be taken so students are placed in appropriate classes. true/false
(a)
Which of the following is NOT true about higher learning?
it provides opportunities to form life-long friendships and connections
it requires work experience directly related to the field of study
it can provide more than just credential
it typically increases earning potential
A degree which is required to work in a certain profession or intended to prepare the student for an exam required to work in a certain profession is known as which of the following?
degree of recognition
professional degree
degree of demand
compulsory degree
Studies show individuals with college degrees make about __________ percent more, over their lifetimes, than those with only a high-school diploma.
84
74
90
60
According to the presentation, which of the following is NOT one of the questions to ask yourself when choosing a school?
where will your friends be going?
what type of career are you preparing for?
what can you afford?
how important are amenities?
Daniel is researching potential universities he wants to attend. After much consideration, he rushes to choose the one which has the best undergraduate business program in the nation. He should not consider any other factors like cost, size, amenities, etc. true/false
(a)
Master’s degrees require how many credit hours after a bachelor’s degree is earned?
60 to 80 credit hours
150 to 180 credit hours
30 to 72 credit hours
120 to 140 credit hours
What is the average SAT score?
4000
2000
3000
1000
Which of the following is a benefit of earning college credit in high school which is NOT listed in the presentation?
it guarantees acceptance into the institution of your choice
it enhances your transcript and resume
it acts as preparation for full college immersion
it allows for early career exploration and self-discovery
How many years of full-time study does it typically take to complete an associate degree?
three years
two years
four years
one year
Full-time workers ages 25 and over have $54,756 in median annual earnings if they possess which type of degree?
professional degree
doctoral degree
master's degree
bachelor's degree
Karen took an assessment with 291 questions, and it described her preferred style of working, learning, leading, risk-taking and team participation. Which of the following did she take?
career ability placement survey
SIGI3
strong interest inventory
self-directed search
Which of the following is NOT one of the tips in the presentation for taking career assessments?
take questions seriously
consider possessed and desired traits
talk to parents, teachers and friends about results
answer honestly
Ally wants to gain work experience to help her career exploration but needs to earn money to help save for her college fund. Which of the following does Ally need to pursue?
part-time job
job shadowing
volunteering
unpaid internship
Which of the following are things one does when investigating a career opportunity?
challenging experiences
day-to-day tasks and activities
misconceptions
all of these are correct
A program in which students learn about an occupation by following a professional throughout the work day is known as which of the following?
volunteering
training
job shadowing
interning
Select all of the following source endings which are considered credible when investigating careers on the Internet.
.com
.edu
.gov
.org
__________ can provide clarification, insight and instruction beyond what career assessments provide.
friends
coaches
counselors
librarians
Which of the following can help build a professional network?
all of the answer choices are correct
personal interviews
interning
volunteering
Which of the following is NOT a resource for career investigation which helps build a network of professional contacts?
virtual job shadowing
interning
personal interviews
volunteering
There are only two resources available for learning about careers including job shadowing and the internet. true/false
(a)
Career testing is most effective when guided by a __________.
parent
friend
sibling
trained career counselor
Health, dental and life insurance are commonly included in benefits. true/false
(a)
The extent to which an assessment measures what it claims to measure is known as which of the following?
reliability
validity
credibility
solidity
Which of the following is NOT a bonus feature included in SIGI3?
captioned videos
job placement service
current wage and employment information
resume and interviewing tips
Paul thought about a career in entrepreneurship, but he has become aware of the long hours and stressful situations which would likely be involved. Because he feels the need to be available to his family, he is reconsidering. This is an example of Paul taking which factor into consideration?
benefits
job outlook
work-life balance
work environment
Select all of the following times in life when participation in career testing is recommended.
college
career development
retirement
high school
Services or rights provided by employers in addition to wages or salary are known as which of the following?
benefits
job security
pay
bonuses
Lisa is considering becoming a vet, so she has offered to help at the animal shelter without being paid. Lisa is doing which of the following?
volunteering
working
training
job shadowing
Job outlook/benefits refer to the demand and availability of an occupation
(a)
Which career assessment was created by a mother and daughter who based their work on Carl Jung’s theory of psychological type?
career ability placement survey
self-directed search
strong interest inventory
myers-briggs type indicator
Select all of the following choices through which critical thinking skills can be implemented.
breaking new ground
collaboration
creating a final product
developing a process
identifying the elements
Which of the following is considered the most important skill in the workplace?
effective communication
knowledge of technology
leadership strategies
certifications or licensures
Time management may NOT lead to which of the following?
advanced degrees
better professional status
less stress in the workplace
greater productivity and efficency
Productive work habits are choices to work smart every day through consistent behavior, resulting in increased productivity. true/false
(a)
Which of the following is a leadership skill?
creating problems
treating everyone fairly
breaking new ground
none of the answers are correct
Which of the following is NOT a problem-solving strategy?
developing a process
use of technology
brainstorming
anticipating problems
Tyree took the initiative at his job by asking for more work, volunteering, finding a mentor and expanding his network. Tyree’s actions are all components of which of the following?
employee advancement
effective communication
work-life balance
stress management skills
Which of the following is NOT an employability skill?
ethical behavior
technology knowledge
sales
teamwork
Which of the following is NOT required of an employee terminating employment?
Responses
show gratitude to employers and colleagues
notify the boss through email to avoid negative emotions
provide notice weeks in advance
finish with a strong performance
Maria implemented employability skills by having regular attendance, wearing proper attire and taking pride in her work. Her efforts provided her a job advancement. Which of the following employability skills did Maria showcase?
critical thinking
academic preparation
professionalism
ethical behaviors
Which of the following defines employability?
recognizing the questions which relate to goals, purpose and needs
positive work behaviors and personal qualities which make individuals more likely to gain employment and succeed in their choses career
arriving at work on-time and successfully completing the tasks assigned
a specific style of behavior in the workplace
Which of the following is considered a knowledge of technology skill?
creating a final product
active listening
willingness to learn
teamwork
Knowledge of technology may allow businesses to target a wider customer base and increase profits. true/false
(a)
Employee advancement is one of the most important factors for employee satisfaction and retention. true/false
(a)
Which of the following describes mannerisms?
values and standards
dressing appropriately
working effectively with others
style of speaking or behaving
Which of the following is a way to exhibit professionalism?
certifications
technology
speech
passive listening
Select all of the following which should be asked when determining if the goal is obtainable.
can the achievement be measures
can the end result be reached
how is the goal going to be met
what resources are available
who is going to be involved
John set a goal to improve his personal leadership skills. Which of the following describes the goal he set?
business goal
qualitive goal
quantitative goal
family goal
Which of the following describes personal goals?
involves personal traits, desires, habits and feelings
involves improving a customer's experiences with the business
involves departmental goals
involves the success of a company or organization
Goals do which of the following?
provide nervousness in business meetings
act as objectives
provide unmeasurable achievements
provide a purpose and sense of direction
Long-term goals can be many short-term goals leading to one long-term goal. true/false
(a)
Which of the following describes the “M” or measurable in SMART goals?
this is where the quantity is established
this will develop into the plan
fulfill lifelong needs and desires
will the end goal be able to be met
An objective is similar to which of the following?
a goal
a lesson
an idea
a checklist
Long-term goals are to be achieved over __________.
a week
a day
within the year
an extended period of time, typically one year or more
SMART goals are specific, __________, attainable, _____________ and time-bound.
measurable; realistic
magical; random
magical; realistic
measurable; random
Business goals are the success of one person working at a company. true/false
(a)
Select all of the following statements which accurately defines a short-term goal
a goal achieved over a period of time occurring in the year
a goal achieved over an extended period of time
a goal involving just ambition
a goal that can be repetitive and become habitual behaviors
Which of the following is an example of an objective?
linda wants to start biking
ron plan on starting a clothing company with his friend sue
susie wants to run a marathon
joe wants to increase sales for his shoe business by 45 percent in 12 months
Select all of the following which describe the questions to ask when setting a goal?
what does the end result look like
what resources are required for the goal to be accomplished
when should the goal be completed
what tips can be learned from the goal
Select all of the following individuals who would be good resources to use when setting a goal.
a counselor
a parent
a teacher
a younger sibling
Goals are non-measurable achievements accomplished by a specific time.
Achieving goals requires which of the following?
ambition, persistency and tactics
aggravation, persistency and differences
indifferences, patience and organization
apathy, patience and tactics
__________ is/are the milestones to achieving the goal.
urgency
objectives
time
actions
